Sightseeing Tips for PDF Days Europe 2025 in Berlin
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Visiting the No. 1 PDF event – the PDF Days Europe 2025 – in Berlin? Great!
Following we have a few tips when visiting Berlin. For more information have a look at the official visitBerlin page.
If you are looking for a special recommendation regarding restaurants or cafes you can reach out to Melina.
Brandenburger Tor
A symbol of unity.
While the only remaining city gate of Berlin formerly used to represent the separation of the city between East and West Berlin, since the Berlin Wall came down in 1989 the Brandenburger Tor has now come to symbolize German unity. In addition, this gate made of sandstone is one of the finest examples of German classicism.
Public transport – station “Brandenburger Tor“
S1 (SI Hotel line), S2, S25, S26
U5
Bus 100
(Insider Tip: The Bus line 100 is a great "Sightseeing Bus" as it is starting at the Zoologischer Garten near Kurfürstendamm and passing sights like the Brandenburger Tor, Unter den Linden, Staatsoper and Alexanderplatz only for the price of a regular bus ticket.)
East Side Gallery
Bricks, brushes and Berlin tales.
The Berlin East Side Gallery is the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall, now an open-air gallery featuring over 100 murals painted after the Wall fell in 1989. It stands as a vibrant symbol of freedom and unity. Other preserved pieces of the Wall can be found at Bernauer Straße, Potsdamer Platz (S1), the Topography of Terror, Mauerpark, and near Checkpoint Charlie, offering further insight into Berlin’s divided history.
Public transport – station “Warschauer Straße“
S3, S5, S7, S75, S9
U1, U3
or “Schlesisches Tor“
U1, U3
Kurfürstendamm
Where Berlin strolls in style
Kurfürstendamm (often simply called Ku'damm) is one of the most famous avenues in Berlin, Germany. Stretching through the western part of the city, it is known for its vibrant mix of high-end boutiques, department stores, cafés, and restaurants. The boulevard is also rich in history and culture, with landmarks like the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church nearby.
Public transport – station “Kurfürstendamm“
U9 (SI Hotel line), U1
To start at the KaDeWe, Germany’s most famous department store, best known for its legendary sixth floor and gourmet food hall, you have to get out at this station: “Wittenbergplatz“ (U1, U3)
Die Schloßstraße
Schloßstraße is the shopping centre in the borough of Steglitz.
Between Rathaus Steglitz (SI Hotel) and Walther-Schreiber-Platz is a separate, vibrant centre full of restaurants, shops, theatres and cinemas. Altogether, Schloßstraße offers a total of 200,000 (over 2 million sq. ft) square metres of shopping fun!
Public transport – stations “Rathaus Steglitz“, “Schloßstraße“ and “Walther-Schreiber-Platz“
U9 (SI Hotel line)
